Predictive medicine company PreMD Inc. (TSX: PMD; Amex: PME) today announced that it has submitted a premarket notification or 510(k) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for clearance of PREVU(x) LT, the lab-processed format of the PREVU(x) technology. PREVU(x)LT is the second product in ...
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New research has identified indicators of surgical quality for colorectal cancer patients, according to a study published in the November 15 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.Quality of care measures have been developed for many diseases and are used by agencies like the Centers ...
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Close to 4,000 physicians, researchers, nurses and other healthcare professionals from around the world have gathered in San Diego starting today through Tuesday, December 5th, for the 1st North American Regional Epilepsy Congress with the American Epilepsy Society (AES), the Canadian League Against...
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The first human study using gene transfer to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) shows promising results and suggests the potential for using the technology to treat overactive bladder, irritable bowel syndrome and asthma, according to the researchers."In the small pilot study, this new therapy was well...
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Liquid silicone, which is often used for breast augmentation and other cosmetic procedures, can cause respiratory failure if not injected properly by a licensed physician. A study of individuals who underwent illegal silicone injections revealed a high fatality rate from pulmonary silicone embolism,...
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US chat show host Oprah Winfrey offers the students at her new school in South Africa free HIV tests and treatment.
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A test identifies drug-resistant HIV strains at low levels, giving hope that patients could get effective treatment faster.
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